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I've had a full head of gray hair since my mid thirties, the only medication i take is amlodipine, what do you think causes that?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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An enzyme: Gives color to your hair.When it stops working, it turns grey.This is influenced by genetics.When did your parents turn grey?

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Answered 2/6/2019

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A member asked:

I've had a full head of gray hair since my mid thirties, the only medication i take is amlodipine, what do you think causes that?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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